Original Cottage Beachfront cottage - Vacation rental home in Holden Beach, NC

About this Property

• Sleeps 14
• 1 Bedrooms
• 1 Bathrooms
• Cottage

Original beachfront bungalow on Holden Beach, just steps from the sand and water. Appreciate the dolphins and shorebirds from the rockers under the covered porch. Sandpiper is one-half of a duplex located on the handsome waterfront of Holden Beach. Cozy studio has been completely modernized with thoughtful upgrades and amenities. Savor the completely outfitted kitchen and premium cookware. No stairs to climb, private beach access, level walkway, and entirely fenced in yard ideal for kids, family pets (pet fee), and older guests. Lots of amenities and beach equipment supplied. We provide everything from linens, towels, spices, condiments, specialty cookware, beach towels, beach chairs, and beach equipment to make your stay comfortable and memorable.

About the Area

Located in Holden Beach, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach. Magic Mountain Fun Park and Planet Fun are also worth visiting.

Special Instructions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Pet Policy

4 total pets

Tricks and tips to get the best vacation property experience:

When to visit Holden Beach & When to reserve a Wrightsville Beach rental home:

• Summer time is high season in the Wrightsville Beach area. To book the best rental home within your budget, we strongly suggest booking in the Fall or Spring. You'll enjoy lower rental rates, better selection, gorgeous weather and the absence of large crowds at your favorite Wrightsville Beach restaurants and activities. Many vacationers use this method to reserve larger homes, or to book an oceanfront rental that would otherwise be unavailable during the Summer. Speaking of the off-season, don't overlook Winter holidays for a Wrightsville Beach vacation! Who wouldn't love a holiday on the coast? Thanksgiving and Christmas are great times to gather with loved ones at your favorite beach.
• The earlier your group can book a rental home, the better your selection will be. The most desirable rental homes are booked early. Reserving your rental property six - twelve months before your vacation dates is recommended. Holiday gatherings are excellent times to plan and book your rental property.
• Hosts sometimes offer discounts for veterans and active duty military. Ask your host or property manager if discounts are available for your family before you book.
• Management companies and individual rental owners frequently offer renters an option to buy trip insurance protection. Trip insurance, which generally will cost 1% - 5% of the booking price, offers visitors reimbursement of their vacation costs for missed trip time as a result of medical-related catastrophes or weather, as well as ensuing additional hurricane evacuation costs or charges, such as an unexpected hotel or additional gas expenses. Trip insurance is definitely a welcome relief if the unforeseen happens. Ask your property manager for more information.
• Look for your local visitors guide upon arrival. If your rental home doesn't have one, you can find them at local grocery stores, shopping centers, and visitor centers. In addition to great local information, visitor guide magazines have deals for nearby restaurants, attractions, and tours.

Choosing the best rental home in Holden Beach:

• To start, have your family agree to date ranges and a maximum budget.
• Determine how many beds and the bed configuration you need. Original Cottage Beachfront cottage has 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms.
• Precise information about bedrooms and bed counts & types is normally available on booking websites. If they are not listed, contact the host before you reserve the vacation property. Remember that most listings specify the maximum guest capacity, which typically includes pull out couches in living rooms.
• Looking for particular amenities? Most rental search websites include search filters with amenity lists. Use these to your advantage to find the perfect rental home.
• Appropriate accessibility amenities can make or ruin a vacation for guests that require the use of a wheelchair. Confirm all required amenities are available and included before reserving a rental
• If your group is traveling with pets, filter your search for a pet-friendly rental. Get information on breed, size, and type requirements. Note that some property owners require additional pet deposits and fees.

Additional considerations:

• Review arrival and departure procedures before leaving home. Add a note with the directions to your phone, and take a printed copy.
• To make certain damages aren't linked to your stay, inspect for any problem areas during arrival. message the property manager right away to record any issues. If there is a dispute about who is responsible, having a record of issues and contact attempts will be valuable.
• Ask questions. You may need instructions for a fireplace, A/V setup or coffee maker. Contact your owner. They are there to help! A brief text message can prevent quite a few concerns.
• Respecting late-night quiet hours and parking restrictions can make a stay significantly more pleasurable. You'll enhance your chance to make local friends, and resident neighbors are often a fantastic source for finding the best local beaches and restaurants.
• Speaking of neighbors... Ask a local! Residents can often help. Who better to ask where to order the best nachos, have a great night on the town, or the best spots for BBQ?
• Ensure you protect the rental owner (and your stuff!) by locking and securing the home while you are out, just like you would at home.
• Double-check the rental property to confirm that you've packed all belongings on check-out day. Re-check garages, decks, and cabinets for hidden items. Remove everything from the refrigerator and take or dispose of leftovers.
• Go through the rental a final time and look for damage. We recommend inspecting the property with the host whenever you can (often this isn't possible). If the manager isn't available, take photos of the rental to record its condition at check-out.
• Leave a review! Hosts rely on good reviews to stimulate more bookings. They'll be much obliged for your feedback. Alternatively, if something wasn't as described, other families will be thankful you shared your review find their best rental home. Remember to be objective. If something fell short of expectations, consider whether the host could control the issue, and if so, whether they responded quickly to fix it.